It's going to be tough to top Cody Johnson's RodeoHouston high

The Huntsville native, who grew up in a rural community outside of Lake Livingston called Sebastopol, imbues his music with a blend of grit, sincerity and subtle showmanship that's missing from most of today's superstars.

Just a few songs in, it was apparent Johnson's second RodeoHouston performance was going to be tough to top this year.